New

Assistant Research Professor

Georgetown University
United States, D.C., Washington
May 23, 2025
Assistant Research Professor Georgetown University: Main Campus: Walsh School of Foreign Service Location: Main Campus Open Date: May 19, 2025 Deadline: Jun 23, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description Georgetown Americas Institute \| Center for Latin American Studies Georgetown University Call for Applications for Assistant Research Professor (Non-Tenure Line) The Georgetown Americas Institute (americas.georgetown.edu), in tandem with the Georgetown University Center for Latin American Studies (clas.georgetown.edu), are pleased to offer an Assistant Research Professor (ARP) (non-tenure line) position for the period from August 2025 to March 2026 in association with their joint research project on "Democratic Backsliding in Latin America". The ARP will be welcomed into Georgetown University's academic community and encouraged to attend and participate in events, activities, and the intellectual life of the university. Project Description The Americas are experiencing a new "wave" of democratic destabilization. The scope and contours of this phenomenon differ dramatically from those of the past. For instance, in many contexts, democratically elected leaders with populist tendencies, drawing on ideologies that span the political spectrum, chip away at democracy's institutional foundations and engage in and encourage the flouting of its core practices. While the Executive has played an outsized role in rolling back democracy in some countries, emboldened legislatures have played a critical role in hindering governance and hollowing out democratic institutions in others, and other actors contribute to democratic backsliding as well. Simultaneously, other institutions and individuals seek to prevent and resist democratic erosion. The Georgetown Americas Institute and the Georgetown University Center for Latin American Studies are partnering to create a joint research program examining the contours, causes, and consequences of these phenomena in Latin America. The program will involve empirical research; private workshops and public convenings; the generation of white papers outlining actionable proposals for addressing backsliding; and the development of research papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals. We will seek internal and external funding to support these efforts. Eligibility Applicants for the ARP position must have completed a Ph.D. in political science or a closely related discipline by May 2025. Appointment Period, Position Type, Location, Remuneration, and Benefits Appointment period: seven months (August 15, 2025 through March 15, 2026) Part-time (approximately 15 hours/week) It is preferred, but not required, that the ARP be in residence in the Washington, DC area. The position provides a stipend of $27,000 over the course of the appointment. ARP's are provided with a Georgetown University NetID and afforded access to Georgetown University systems, email, and library resources; and use of an office in Georgetown's Department of Government. ARP's are eligible to participate in certain employee-funded benefit plans administered through the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits. Current versions of the benefits policies and information about the plan offerings are available at ttps://benefits.georgetown.edu Responsibilities and Opportunities Serve as academic coordinator of the research project and lead the research team comprising Georgetown students and faculty Envision, help to organize, and participate in two international workshops and one international conference related to the project Contribute to grant proposals to support the project's further development Contribute to the writing of research notes, white papers, and research papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals related to the project Application Process Individuals interested in applying for this position should do so via its Interfolio Please note the application requires: A cover letter, research statement, and CV Three confidential letters of recommendation We will begin to review applications on June 24, 2025. A subset of those who submit an application will be invited to interview for the position in July 2025. Please email americas@georgetown.edu with any questions. The projected salary for this part-time position is $27,000. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please consult the Procedures for Applicant Accommodations web page for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at (202) 687-4798. Qualifications Applicants for the ARP position must have completed a Ph.D. in political science or a closely related discipline by May 2025. Application Instructions Individuals interested in applying for this position should do so via its Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/167757 Please note the application requires: A cover letter, research statement, and CV Three confidential letters of recommendation We will begin to review applications on June 24, 2025. A subset of those who submit an application will be invited to interview for the position in July 2025. For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/167757 GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. jeid-1c25e110742e814880ac0a1bd8fb6c3d